Geotechnical Civil Engineering Intern: Field, Lab & CAD

Schnabel Engineering; West Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off

9 Paid Holidays

Wellness program

Job summary

Schnabel Engineering seeks a temporary, full-time Civil Engineering intern for the summer of 2027, May through August, to gain practical experience in geotechnical engineering under senior engineers. The role emphasizes applying professional principles to real problems while building fundamental field, lab, and reporting skills.

The internship offers exposure to multisite projects across geotechnical, geostructural, tunnel and dam engineering, with mentorship and opportunities to learn in a

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in an ABET-accredited Civil Engineering Bachelor’s.
• Possess good oral and written communication skills and computer literacy.
• Ability to work with direction as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform geotechnical field work, observe subsurface explorations, use GPS to layout borings, and conduct infiltration testing.
• Perform construction observation and materials testing at sites.
• Perform laboratory testing.
• Create basic plans and figures using AutoCAD and GIS.
• Provide support to engineers on preparing geotechnical proposals and reports.
• Some travel may be required.

Skills

Geotechnical field work

Communication

Teamwork

Education

ABET-accredited Civil Engineering Bachelor’s

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS

Job description

Schnabel Engineering seeks a temporary, full-time Civil Engineering intern for the summer of 2027, May through August, to gain practical experience in geotechnical engineering under senior engineers. The role emphasizes applying professional principles to real problems while building fundamental field, lab, and reporting skills.

The internship offers exposure to multisite projects across geotechnical, geostructural, tunnel and dam engineering, with mentorship and opportunities to learn in a